italaw.chCross Border Law Firm

Practice Areas

Inheritance and Estates

Anyone living in Switzerland who has to settle an inheritance in Italy often faces heirs, assets and procedures across two different legal systems. We support you with the inheritance in Italy, from the opening of the estate to dealing with the other heirs.

Cross-border inheritances

When the deceased or the heirs live in Switzerland but the assets are located in Italy, the inheritance requires coordinating the rules of both countries. We review the inheritance situation and support you through the necessary steps in Italy.

Wills and estate planning

If you wish to plan your succession in advance, we assist you in drafting and reviewing wills and dispositions, taking into account your Swiss residence and any assets located in Italy.

Heirs and assets in Italy

We take care of dealings with the other heirs, the Italian notary and the tax authorities, including in the event of disagreements among co-heirs. We follow the matter from the declaration of succession through to the distribution of the assets.

How we can support you

  • Opening and handling of the inheritance in Italy
  • Review of wills and dispositions
  • Declaration of succession and dealings with the notary
  • Support for heirs resident in Switzerland
  • Handling of disputes among co-heirs
  • Cross-border estate planning

Let's talk about your inheritance

Request an appointment at one of our offices or by video call: we will review your inheritance situation between Switzerland and Italy together.